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Kristin Bush

Kristin Bush
As Communications Director for ripeorange, Kristin Bush works in collaboration with the firm’s various clients to create and implement public relations strategies that communicate the client’s message and align with the client’s overall business and marketing objectives. Kristin brings more than 10 years of experience in the combined fields of public relations and marketing to ripeorange. After earning a BA in Communications (emphasis in Public Relations) from San Diego State University in 2000, Kristin secured a position with Beth Binger Communications, a boutique public relations firm in San Diego. Kristin relocated to Orange County in 2001, accepting an editorial position at Ingram Micro and working her way up to Project Manager within the marketing department. In 2006, Kristin brought her agency and corporate experience to the nonprofit realm, working as Communications Manager at Orange County United Way. Kristin has served on various OCPRSA committees including YoPro and has shared her time and talents with various nonprofits to help spread the word of the amazing work being done throughout the county to help families and communities thrive. Kristin was instrumental in bringing together stories and resources for The Orange County Register’s annual special nonprofit section. Kristin was raised in Marin County, Calif. and has a great appreciation for fine wines. An active person, Kristin enjoys hot yoga, long walks and snowboarding in Mammoth. Kristin and her husband live in Huntington Beach with their daughter, Savannah, and bullmastiff, Buddy.



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